4 New Square Chambers, in collaboration with the Law Commission, is pleased to host a special event focused on the Law Commission’s consultation on Contempt of Court.
This event will bring together solicitors and counsel dealing with contempt applications in commercial fraud cases or against professionals, to discuss and make suggestions for reforms that aim to improve the fairness and coherence of contempt of court laws.
Attendees will hear from Prof Penney Lewis, Commissioner for Criminal Law, who will give an overview of the project and outline key issues. The event will then feature interactive breakout sessions, facilitated by barristers from 4 New Square and members of the Law Commission, offering participants the chance to engage in in-depth discussions on specific aspects of contempt law. This is a valuable opportunity to share insights, exchange ideas, and explore the impact of the project on the legal system and its future development.
Join us on 17 October 2024 at 8.30 am for a morning of meaningful dialogue, networking, and thought leadership as we tackle one of the most pressing issues in modern litigation.
Details of workshops and speakers will be released soon.
This event is open to members of the Bar and solicitors who are dealing with contempt applications. It is free to attend but places are strictly limited. RSVP to events@4newsquare.com to register for a place.
Further Resources
Click here to access the Law Commission’s consultation paper (the full paper and a summary are available).
Click here to read a recently published article that addresses the Commission’s proposals, “What’s Gone Wrong with Contempt?” by 4 New Square Chambers’ Helen Evans KC.
